How long do planning decisions take near Gathurst?

The average planning decision time near Gathurst is 43 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Gathurst?

The planning approval rate near Gathurst is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gathurst?

The most common type of planning application near Gathurst is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gathurst?

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Gathurst, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gathurst, Greater Manchester.

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Planning applications in Gathurst are administered by Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Gathurst

Gathurst is a quaint area within the township of Shevington in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester. Historically part of Lancashire, Gathurst is well-connected by the Gathurst railway station on the Manchester-Southport line, which also serves the nearby village of Shevington. This accessibility makes Gathurst an appealing location for potential planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £180,719 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wigan
Parliamentary constituency: Wigan
LSOA: Wigan 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gathurst.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gathurst.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Gathurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Gathurst.

- 1A Woodlands Drive Shevington Wigan WN6 8HU
3No. Oak Crown lift by 8 to 10 metres
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-02-04
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- 27 Harrington Park Shevington Wigan WN6 8GD
Single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-01-19
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A brief summary of Gathurst in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Gathurst show an average sale price of £180,719, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Gathurst a particularly low-crime area.

Gathurst has one conservation area within its boundaries: Church Lane, Shevington. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Gathurst includes 14 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gathurst planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Gathurst

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Gathurst. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Gathurst.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gathurst were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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